
Inside Siena’s Palio: Contrade, Horses, and the Soul of a City
Siena may be a small city, but its 17 Contrade turn Palio season into one of the most intense and unforgettable neighborhood celebrations in Italy.
From baptismal fountains and street-long dinners to flags, drums, and a race that lasts barely ninety seconds, these traditions create a once-in-a-lifetime experience that stays with you long after you leave.










